Star | Jujustu Kaisen

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[Day before the curse womb mission]

After escorting Hanako safely back to his home, Gojo turned his attention to the group with a suggestion in mind. "How about we grab a bite to eat?" he proposed, offering a casual yet enticing idea, even though he did promise to take them out earlier.

Itadori's eyes lit up with enthusiasm as he chimed in, his arm shooting into the air. "Sushi!" he exclaimed, a bright smile gracing his face.

Kugisaki, on the other hand, wasn't so easily swayed. She shook her head resolutely, crossing her arms in determination. "No way! I'm in the mood for something different. Sushi is too common; we can get it anywhere," she countered, her preference clear.

"But I heard they have the bullet trains!" Itadori's eyes sparkled with excitement as he turned to Kugisaki, his expression filled with earnest pleading. The prospect of experiencing something as iconic as a bullet train caused Kugisaki to waver in her resolve.

Curiosity piqued, [Name] redirected their attention to Fushiguro who stood quiet. They awaited his response, sensing that he might have a unique preference.

"Bet he wants meat!" Gojo interjected with an irreverent grin, playfully predicting Fushiguro's culinary inclination. Fushiguro responded with an exasperated eye-roll, choosing to ignore Gojo's teasing.

Kugisaki, swayed by the collective enthusiasm and the promise of sushi, finally relented. Her grin widened as she shifted her stance. "Who cares? Sushi it is!" she declared, her desire to ride a bullet train momentarily overridden her thought of getting something else than sushi.

With the decision settled, [Name] voiced their agreement. "Looks like we're having sushi, sensei," they remarked, setting the course for the group's dining choice.

"Sushi! Sushi! Sushi!" Kugisaki and Itadori enthusiastically chanted, leading the way with their infectious energy, while Fushiguro, Gojo, and [Name] followed closely behind, and prepared to enjoy the meal together.

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[Name] nervously bit their lip as they glanced up at the sky, which was now covered in dark clouds instead of the usual blue. Raindrops began to fall, making them shiver as they felt the cold seeping into their skin. They couldn't shake the feeling that something bad was about to happen.

Each raindrop reminded [Name] of the danger ahead. Their uniform started to stick to their body as it got wet, a stark contrast to the warmth of being indoors. In front of them loomed a large, ominous building, which they recognized from their mission briefing. But something felt off about being sent to face a Special Grade curse without Gojo-sensei, their usual experience but goofy mentor.

Amidst their thoughts, [Name] couldn't help but wonder if the higher-ups really expected a group of first-year students to defeat such a powerful threat.

Led by Ijichi Kiyotaka, the group moved forward with a mix of determination and fear. As they neared the imposing building, its dark silhouette cast long shadows, emphasizing the seriousness of their mission. The building, a symbol of fear, seemed to hold unknown horrors within its walls. They couldn't bear the thought that maybe one of them or themselves could end up seriously hurt.

Adjusting his glasses with a nervous gesture, he embarked on relaying vital information. "Our surveillance window confirmed the presence of the cursed womb three hours ago," his voice carried a hint of tension, underscoring the magnitude of the revelation. The building's imposing form seemed to mirror the weight of his words.

"As part of the protocol, once 90 percent of the occupants were successfully evacuated, the decision was made to seal off the center," Ijichi continued, his tone laden with the gravity of the situation. The building, a confluence of tragedy and malevolence, cast an eerie atmosphere over their surroundings. "Furthermore, citizens within a 500-meter radius have been successfully evacuated to ensure their safety."